People across England have a rare chance to experience a dramatic partial solar eclipse this week. The Moon will cover 90 to 96% of the Sun on 12 August, the biggest coverage since the total eclipse in 1999. There will be dozens of celestial events to mark the occasion across the country and ideal spots where people should be able to watch the moment safely.
96% Partial Solar Eclipse Visible in South West England
UKPulse Health DeskA partial solar eclipse will be visible in parts of England on 12 August, with the South West experiencing the most coverage.
- The Moon will cover 90 to 96% of the Sun on 12 August
- People in the South West of England will see the most coverage
- The eclipse will last for about 1 hour and 50 minutes
Why this matters: The government is advising people to view the eclipse safely using indirect methods or specially designed filters.
What this means for you: If you plan to view the eclipse, use indirect viewing methods or wear genuine eclipse glasses with ISO 12312-2:2015(E) filters.